Growth Accelerator for D2C Brands & Enablers

A cohort powered by our angel investor network, backing the top 3 startups with up to ₹1 Cr each

Live & Hybrid Cohort 3 Starts in October

Right Place, Right Time
Invite-only founder circles & events of the Start Up Community

Reduce Burn
₹25L+ credits and trusted partners

Clarity to Scale
Learn from operators who’ve built and scaled D2C brands

Access to Capital
Backing from our angel investor network

Accelerator Structure

Weeks
Industry Experts
0 +
Key Focus Areas
0 +
Mentoring
-1
Curated Learning
0 +
Stage for Live Pitch
0

This program is for you if:

Are feeling the pressure of higher CAC and slower growth

Revenue is coming in, but margins and systems need work

Need operator-led guidance, not generic advice

Are looking for capital that comes with right guidance and support

You’re starting to think seriously about raising funds

100+ Start Ups Accelerated

Startups Backed by Our Super Angels Fund

Introducing ELEVATE - Cohort 6 by D2C Insider

A 12-week program to help D2C founders avoid common mistakes, gain clarity, prepare for fundraising, and confidently pitch to investors in 12 weeks.

Program Features

12 weeks of hands-on actionable learning along with a peer network of similar-stage fellow founders, a growth acceleration reward program, mentorship from Industry experts  and access to raising your next round from Investors.

Battle-tested D2C frameworks designed to help you avoid mistakes and execute with precision.
An invite-only circle of high-potential founders building serious consumer brands.
1:1 access to operators and investors who’ve scaled and funded winning D2C businesses
Preferred access to proven partners that help you move faster and spend smarter.
Structured to make you fund-ready and pitch live to angels and early-stage investors.
  • Over INR 25L worth of credits curated from 25+ leading enablers and service providers, offering immediate cost savings for your startup.
  • Exclusive rewards across essential areas including branding, marketing, advertising, marketplace management, warehousing, logistics, packaging, payments, customer support and technology.
Private sessions, closed-door investor rooms, and priority access to future capital and cohorts.

Experts & Mentors of our Accelerator

Partners of our Accelerator

What to expect from the Program?

12 weeks of hands-on, operator-led learning focused on avoiding common D2C mistakes.

Personalised guidance from experienced D2C founders, operators, and CXOs who’ve scaled brands and raised capital before.

Structured preparation for fundraising metrics, storytelling, unit economics, and data rooms so you’re truly investor-ready.

A curated Demo Day where you pitch live to 50+ angels and early-stage investors, supported by ongoing investment banking support.

A small, curated group of serious D2C founders for honest discussions, peer learning, and long-term relationships.

Learn from both wins and failures of industry leaders, what to do, what to avoid, and why timing matters.

₹25L+ in enabler credits and access to trusted D2C agencies, tools, and service partners to help you scale efficiently.

Exclusive access to the D2C Insider ecosystem, events, and Prime community beyond the program.

Application Process

1

Apply

2

Review

3

Founder Call

4

Approval

5

Onboard

Investment Committee

Elevate Experiences

Frequently Asked Questions

Elevate is a 12 week execution first accelerator that helps D2C founders avoid mistakes, gain clarity, and become investor ready.
Founders of live D2C brands with early traction who want strategic direction and a clear path to growth and fundraising.
The operator tested playbooks, real execution support, sharper decision making, and readiness to pitch to investors.
Elevate runs for 12 weeks with structured learning, mentorship, and investor preparation.
Applications are reviewed based on traction, founder clarity, and readiness to benefit from an execution driven cohort.
Demo Day is a live pitch event where founders present to a curated group of angel investors and early stage funds.
Yes, founders engage with active angel investors and early stage investors during the program and on Demo Day.
Around 4 to 6 hours per week, designed to fit alongside running your business.
Yes, core sessions are live to enable real interaction, feedback, and engagement.
Founders become part of the Elevate alumni network with continued access to community, mentors, and opportunities.

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